How many syllables in “jujitsus”?
syllables in "jujitsus"
Word details
Syllables
3
ju · jit · sus
Letters
8
j · u · j · i · t · s · u · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “jujitsus”
The word “jujitsus” contains 3 syllables, divided as ju · jit · sus. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "jujitsus" have?
"jujitsus" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "jujitsus" into syllables?
"jujitsus" is divided into syllables as: ju · jit · sus.
What is the Scrabble score for "jujitsus"?
The Scrabble score for "jujitsus" is 22 points.
Using “jujitsus” in writing
Three-syllable words like "jujitsus" (ju · jit · sus) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “jujitsus” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “jujitsus”
The letters in “jujitsus” can be rearranged to spell one other word: jujuists.